abdominocentesis
IPA: æbdˈɑmʌnoʊsɛntˈisɪs
noun
- (surgery) Extraction of peritoneal fluid from the abdomen for evaluation, using a trocar
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Examples of "abdominocentesis" in Sentences
- An abdominocentesis (belly tap) has been a helpful tool to diagnose the presence of abdominal infection (peritonitis) or ruptured bowel.